Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.), Towing this vehicle behind another vehicle, Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) – Jeep 2008 Compass User Manual

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Towing Tips — Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:

− City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission
in neutral but do not increase engine idle speed.

− Highway Driving
Reduce speed.

− Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.

− refer to Cooling System Operating information in the

Maintenance section of this manual for more informa-
tion.

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
towing with all four wheels on the ground)

CAUTION!

DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the driv-
etrain will result.

NOTE:

If the vehicle requires towing make sure all four

wheels are off the ground.

STARTING AND OPERATING

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